Chittoor conference deals with decline in mango pulp exports, return of farmers

District Collector Sumit Kumar inaugurates a regional conference of mango pulp exporters organized by All India Food Processors’ Association at KBR Bhavan in Chittoor on Wednesday. | Photo credit: BY ARRANGEMENT

Declining exports of mango pulp and slump in returns to farmers were the main concerns at the regional conference of mango pulp exporters organized by the All India Food Processors Association (AIFPA) at KBR Mango Bhavan here on Wednesday.

Nearly 80 exporters, processors and industry representatives from across India participated in the conference. The meeting was attended by Agriculture and Processed Food Export Development Authority (APEDA) Chairman Abhishek Dev, Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar, AIFPA Chairman Raghav Jadli, Kattamanchi South Zone Chairman Govardhan Bobby and other industry officials.

Addressing the gathering, APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev assured the stakeholders that their concerns would be taken up with the central government and efforts would be made to find suitable solutions to boost exports. He pointed out that the mango pulp export sector has faced serious challenges in the last four years due to reduced production, market uncertainty and increasing losses affecting both industries and farmers.

Meanwhile, Collector Sumit Kumar urged exporters to work together to ensure better returns for farmers and assured full support from the district administration.

Mr. Govardhan Bobby said the Chittoor conference showcased quality mango pulp and processing infrastructure, creating new opportunities for industry growth and farmers’ welfare.

Exporters pointed out that the crisis has made it difficult for growers to get remunerative prices for their produce.

Published – June 17, 2026 6:30 PM IST